Natural Gas Compressor Technician

RAW COMBUSTION; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RAW COMBUSTION in Texas Central South, TX seeks a full-time on-site Natural Gas Compressor Technician to install, commission, inspect, and maintain compressors and related equipment across upstream, midstream, and refining facilities. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and read technical drawings.

You will document service activities, support start-ups and upgrades, and ensure safe, compliant operation while traveling to customer sites as

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Experience reading schematics, P&IDs, and using diagnostic tools.
• Strong safety knowledge, OSHA standards, and lockout/tagout practices.
• Background with vapor recovery/combustion units or related process equipment preferred.
• Proven ability to document service reports and coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, inspect, and maintain natural gas compressors and related equipment on site.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Read technical drawings and manuals; document service activities clearly.
• Support start-ups and upgrades, follow safety and environmental procedures.
• Travel to customer sites and assist cross-functional teams as needed.

Skills

Mechanical installation & maintenance

Reading schematics & P&IDs

Safety compliance & OSHA

Field communication & documentation

Education

Technical education or certification in mechanical/industrial/instrumentation

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Company Description

RAW COMBUSTION is a specialized provider of Vapor Recovery Units, Vapor Combustion Units, flares, and custody transfer skids serving upstream, midstream, refining/petrochemical, and water/wastewater facilities. With over 20 years of industry experience, the company offers in-house engineering, design, and fabrication, providing integrated solutions tailored to complex operating environments. RAW COMBUSTION is aligned with the third-largest compressor company in the world, giving customers access to significant compressor inventories and strong technical support. The company maintains over 300 compressors ready for deployment and is known for rapid warranty response, often resolving issues within 24 hours. This structure enables efficient project delivery and support for both standard and custom equipment installations.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Natural Gas Compressor Technician role is based in Texas Central South, TX. The technician will install, commission, inspect, and maintain natural gas compressors and related equipment across upstream, midstream, and refining/petrochemical facilities. Daily tasks include troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing scheduled preventive maintenance, and completing repairs to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation. The role involves reading and interpreting technical drawings and manuals, documenting service activities, and communicating clearly with supervisors, engineering teams, and customers. The technician will also support start-ups and upgrades, follow all safety and environmental procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement of field service practices.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical skills in compressor installation, maintenance, and repair, including experience with rotating equipment and gas handling systems.
• Technical proficiency in reading schematics, interpreting P&IDs, and using diagnostic tools for troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control issues.
• Strong safety awareness, with knowledge of OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and safe work practices in oil and gas or industrial environments.
• Experience working with vapor recovery units, combustion units, flares, or related process equipment in upstream, midstream, or refining/petrochemical settings is preferred.
• Effective communication and documentation skills, including the ability to complete service reports, maintain maintenance records, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work on-site in varying field conditions, travel to customer locations as needed, and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, climbing, and extended standing.
• Relevant technical education or certification in mechanical, industrial, or instrumentation disciplines; previous experience as a compressor technician or field service technician is highly beneficial.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; willingness to comply with all company policies, customer site requirements, and industry standards.